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Arthur Murch

1902 – 1989

Australian painter

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About Arthur Murch

Lived 1902 – 1989 (aged 87). Arthur Murch was an Australian painter.

Arthur James Murch (8 July 1902, Croydon (Sydney) – 3 September 1989, Avalon (Sydney)) was an Australian artist

Biography Antonio Dattilo-Rubbo introduced him to the French Post-Impressionists, and visiting Italy after winning the 1925 Society of Artists' Scholarship.

From 1927 to 1930 he worked with artist George Lambert, assisting him with sculptural commissions.

In 1933, he formed part of an Australian expedition into central Australia to Hermannsberg. He later shared his experiences in The Home magazine. In 1936, he exhibited works at the Macquarie Galleries, created after his second "Centralian" expedition, showing landscapes and portraits of the Pentupui indigenous community. In 1937 Murch became a foundation member of, and exhibited with, Robert Menzies' anti-modernist organisation, the Australian Academy of Art. Ironically, Much's painting style displays strong Art Deco leanings.

He was appointed as an official war artist for six months during the Second World War covering the American and Australia military activities in Australia – 47 works of his are in the Australian War Memorial's collection.

Murch wrote occasionally on art subjects for The Home magazine.

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Education
National Art School
Awards
Archibald Prize
Also known as
Arthur James Murch

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Arthur Murch?

Australian painter (1902-1989)

When was Arthur Murch born?

Arthur Murch was born on 8 July 1902 in Sydney.

When did Arthur Murch die?

Arthur Murch died on 23 September 1989 in Sydney.

What was Arthur Murch's occupation?

Arthur Murch was a painter.

What nationality was Arthur Murch?

Arthur Murch was Australian.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Arthur Murch

· Wikidata: Q4799792

· DBpedia: Arthur Murch

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